Bill > HB4866

This bill amends Michigan's Public Health Code by adding new regulations for lead-based paint renovation, repair, and painting activities, primarily adopting federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards with some modifications. The bill requires the Michigan Department of Health to administer these regulations, which cover renovation work in target housing and child-occupied facilities to reduce lead exposure risks. Key provisions include incorporating most EPA standards for lead-based paint activities, with specific adjustments such as replacing references to "EPA" with the state department, establishing dust-lead action levels (e.g., not more than 5 micrograms per square foot for floors), and requiring detailed post-renovation dust sampling procedures. The bill also establishes a graduated penalty system for violations, with administrative fines ranging from $5,000 for a first violation to $13,000 for subsequent violations, and potential misdemeanor charges for willful or repeated violations. Additionally, the legislation mandates annual legislative appropriations to support the department's enforcement and compliance activities, including unannounced inspections of renovation sites, with the expectation that federal grants will help offset these costs. The overall goal is to protect workers and the public from lead exposure during renovation projects by implementing rigorous standards and oversight.

Health and Social Services

https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4866